Sara Gourley Licensed Professional Counselor

(she/her)

Accepting Clients

Therapy offers a safe, supportive space to explore parts of yourself that feel vulnerable, uncover insights, and foster growth and healing.

Counselor in Idaho

Free Initial Consultation

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Free 15-minute call, no obligation.

Services

  • Individual

About My Clients

Navigating sadness, fear, or overwhelming emotions can feel uncomfortable and isolating. You may notice patterns in your relationships—with yourself or others—and wonder if change is truly possible. A part of you longs to feel grounded, whole, and safe as you navigate life's ups and downs. If you're curious about what healing could look like, know that you're not alone. There is a path forward toward balance, self-connection, and growth.

My Background and Approach

My role is to walk alongside you as you reconnect with your inner wisdom—because you are the expert on your life. Through a compassionate and curious lens, we explore the parts of you that feel stuck or conflicted, understanding how they’ve helped you and where they may no longer serve. As awareness deepens, the capacity for meaningful growth and change naturally unfolds. In our work, I draw on compassion, creativity, mindfulness, and even humor to create a space where you can feel safe and supported. I am trauma-informed and incorporate mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques to help you navigate challenges with greater calm and clarity. My approach is rooted in warmth and non-judgment, empowering you to explore and heal.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I’m passionate about creating a compassionate, inclusive space where you feel seen and supported. My experiences working at a non-profit food bank, volunteering at a community acupuncture clinic, and supporting a shelter for people experiencing houselessness have shaped my belief in the power of community and human connection. As a highly sensitive person, I am attuned to the emotions and patterns that may influence your experiences, helping me offer meaningful insight and support as we work together toward your goals. This sensitivity allows me to identify underlying themes and dynamics that might be difficult to recognize on your own. Prior to becoming a counselor, I worked closely with individuals and teams to help them identify and achieve their goals, which has shaped my approach to supporting you. I’m also committed to continually educating myself about cultural identities—gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, and more.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Existential Therapy Gestalt Therapy Internal Family Systems

Other Techniques

  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Relationship Issues

Other Issues

  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Client Focus

Languages
English

Qualifications

License
Licensed Professional Counselor, State of Idaho · #9261779
Years in practice
4 years

I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

At A Glance

  • Experience: 4 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $150 - 150/session

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